Douglas Leppink, MD
At the Centre for Plastic Surgery, Dr. Douglas Leppink combines decades of surgical expertise with a genuinely personal approach. Every treatment is tailored to your goals, your body, and your vision for the results you want to achieve.
If you’re considering plastic surgery, you deserve a surgeon who listens closely and treats your care as something deeply individual.
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Dr. Leppink built his foundation at some of the country’s most respected institutions. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, where he received the Academic Achievement Award with the Class of 1985. Before that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, earning a place on the Dean’s List.
He went on to complete both his general surgery and plastic surgery residencies at The Ohio State University Hospitals in Columbus, along with a research fellowship in the Division of Transplantation. Throughout his training, he earned recognition as Resident of the Year and received multiple teaching awards from his peers and faculty.
Dr. Leppink has been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1996, with continued recertification over the years. He is fully licensed in the State of Michigan. This certification reflects the rigorous standards and ongoing commitment expected of leading plastic surgeons.
Grand Rapids & Nationwide Industry Recognition
Patients and peers alike have recognized Dr. Leppink for his skill, integrity, and surgical artistry. He has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor from 2020 through 2025 and selected as a U.S. News & World Report Patient’s Top Choice during those same years. He has also earned Grand Rapids Magazine Top Doctor honors from 2015 through 2025 and was ranked in the Doximity Top 20% in Peer Citations for 2026.
His additional recognitions include the Best of Grand Rapids Award and the West Michigan Woman Reader’s Choice Award, both earned across multiple years. Together, these honors reflect the trust of his patients and the respect of his colleagues.
Academic and Teaching Roles
Dr. Leppink remains committed to education and mentoring the next generation of surgeons. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, a role he has held since 2002, and he is a member of the teaching faculty at the Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research Center. He previously served as Director of the Plastic Surgery Residency clinical practice in the Grand Rapids area.
His dedication to teaching keeps him connected to the latest techniques and standards in the field. He maintains active membership in the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Michigan State Medical Society, and the Kent County Medical Society.
Dr. Leppink Puts His Patients First
What makes Dr Leppink truly unique is the quality of time he spends with each patient. During your consultation with Dr. Leppink, he will listen thoughtfully to your concerns and together you’ll carefully work through the details of the improved appearance you wish to achieve. Through diagrams and photographs, you’ll see exactly how the procedure will be tailored to your individual needs and desires. Your every question will be answered with great sensitivity and genuine concern. When your customized vision is complete, you can feel confident that Dr. Leppink will safely achieve your aesthetic goals in our private, accredited outpatient facility.
“Plastic surgery is my passion,” Dr.Leppink says. “I have dedicated my career to achieving natural, aesthetically pleasing, extraordinary results for each and every patient.”